Antique 15ct Rose Gold Hardstone Machiavelli Cameo Stock Pin Brooch Tie, Lapel, Cravat Etc

It is so nice to see that brooches are increasing in popularity as they are one of the most versatile pieces of jewellery you could have. Nowadays they are used to adorn both men's and women's outfits - see Tulsa King for men wearing brooches. A stock pin like this could be worn on so many pieces of clothing as a tie pin, lapel pin, hat pin, hair pin or even as a really scary piece of body piercing. Full details and dimensions are provided below but please feel free to drop us a line if you have any questions either via the site or email : luvenq@natesgems.com ABOUT THIS BROOCH Constructed from solid 15ct rosey gold (625 parts per 1000) Assay marked / x-ray tested Dates to middle of the 19th Century (c1870s) Features a highly detailed portrait facing right which has been painstakingly hand carved out of a piece of hardstone agate. The detail is fantastic. Condition is excellent, especially considering its age. Length is 65mm. Width is 16.5 mm. It sits 12 mm proud. It is a large pin weighing 8 grams rounded up. Purchase price includes worldwide tracked and insured postage - USA will vary due to tariff changes. Returns accepted under the terms of the 2015 Consumer Rights Act (we don't quibble) CONDITION I try to let honest photography give the best overview of condition. I do not use professional photographers (you'd just have to pay more if I did) and do not photoshop or enhance pictures in any way. I simply take macro pictures in a homemade lightbox to provide the most honest portrayal possible. I clean lightly before snapping but do not polish to "as new" though this can obviously be done. It is only my opinion but I feel antique items that are polished too much lose some of the character. I will always note any faults and will always answer honestly when asked regarding any imperfections.